In the near future, creatures from ancient Aboriginal mythology endowed with extraordinary physical traits have emerged and must coexist with humans. Known as 'Hairypeople' they battle for survival in a world that wants to exploit and destroy them. One young man – The Cleverman – struggles with his own power and the responsibility to unite this divided world, but he must first overcome a deep estrangement from his older brother.
Cleverman (Season 1)
First Contact 5.8
Air date: 2016-06-01
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: A series of unexplained violent attacks in the city are blamed on the newly discovered 'Hairypeople', who have been living and passing amongst us, without our knowledge.
Containment 5.3
Air date: 2016-06-08
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: Koen is mystified by his strange new powers. Looking for answers, he heads into The Zone. Aunty Linda realizes there is a new Cleverman.
A Free Ranger 5.7
Air date: 2016-06-15
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: Problems at the Containment Center create further panic; while both Waruu and Koen reject Slade’s offer to help in a mysterious laboratory.
Sun and Moon 5.7
Air date: 2016-06-22
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: The Hairies are blamed for the continuing deaths. As tensions mount, Waruu demands Koen use his Cleverman powers to halt the murders.
A Man of Vision 5.0
Air date: 2016-06-29
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: Charlotte agrees to one last attempt at IVF at a clinic offering new technology. Slade offers Waruu a deal he struggles to refuse.
Terra Nullius 6.0
Air date: 2016-07-06
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: As the Containment Authority prepares to clear the city of Hairypeople, Koen must finally face his destiny as a Cleverman.
Seasons
Episodes 6
Episodes 6
Episodes 4